Where will the new cameras be used first?

The trial focuses on selected London streets with 20–30 mph limits, where risk and non‑compliance are higher. Locations are chosen by TfL and the Met Police based on collision data and speed surveys. As results come in, more corridors may be added, prioritising areas with clear safety benefits.

Can the cameras fine for mobile phone or seatbelt offences?

The system can detect suspected mobile and seatbelt violations, but a human typically reviews evidence before action. If confirmed, normal legal processes apply, such as a notice of intended prosecution. The same platform still measures speed, so multiple offences may be processed from a single observation.

Will this lead to more speeding fines in London?

In the short term, more precise detection could lift volumes while drivers adapt. Over time, better compliance may reduce offences on treated roads. The net effect depends on rollout scale, driver behaviour, and back‑office capacity. The goal is safer speeds, not revenue growth, under Vision Zero policies.

Do the cameras flash, and how are drivers notified?

These units do not flash and do not rely on painted road markings. Drivers are generally informed through posted speed limits, public information from authorities, and standard signage practices. Consistent enforcement across corridors aims to keep average speeds within limits, improving safety without sudden light bursts.

Law and Government

March 19: TfL Trials No-Flash AI Speed Cameras; Enforcement Spend in View

ByDanny Kontos March 19, 2026March 19, 2026

TfL speed cameras are moving to AI and 4D radar in London’s 20–30 mph zones. The trial with the Met Police removes bright flashes and white lines, and can spot mobile and seatbelt offences. For investors, the shift signals demand for detection hardware, analytics, and back‑office processing. It also touches Vision Zero TfL goals and could reshape enforcement revenue and insurance risk models. We outline what’s changing, how money may flow, and where procurement could open up.